Water is important for human sustenance and progress, yet the world is facing widespread water scarcity and deteriorating water quality caused by escalating pollution and population growth. The overall quality of water has been adversely affected by changing atmospheric conditions and human actions. In Pakistan, a large portion of the population lacks access to clean…
On May 25, 2023, CIPS organized a workshop under the umbrella of the Peace and Conflict program, particularly specific to the Core Course ‘Conflict and Conflict Resolution’. This workshop was organised by Dr. Humaira who invited Dr. Macarena to speak on Mediation and carry out a simulation as part of the workshop. Dr. Macarena is…
As the saying goes, “safety first,” applies to every work industry globally, especially in construction. The construction industry is one of the most hazardous industries globally, and Pakistan is no exception. Pakistan is the sixth most populous country in the world, with over 220 million people. Out of this population, a significant number work in…
Introduction Chronic infection with the hepatitis C virus (HCV) can eventually lead to the development of liver cancer, known as hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). Researchers from the Atta-ur-Rahman School of Applied Biosciences, National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), Pakistan, have conducted a study to investigate the role of a protein called PKC gamma and its…
Bamboo is a versatile and sustainable material that has been used for centuries in various cultures for construction purposes as shown in Figure 1 (a & b). Bamboo has been used in various forms, such as flooring, roofing, scaffolding, and wall cladding (Figure 2). Recently, it has gained significant attention due to its significant eco-friendliness,…
Pakistan as a developing nation faces a complex set of challenges that contribute to its relatively low level of economic development and high poverty rate. It is a nation characterised by high birth rate, declining death rate, smaller labour force than population size and having one of the lowest national per capita incomes in the…
